Craniopharyngioma


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Definition

A craniopharyngioma is a benign tumor that develops near the pituitary gland (a small endocrine gland at the base of the brain).


Causes, incidence, and risk factors

This tumor most commonly affects children between 5 and 10 years of age; however, adults can sometimes be affected. Boys and girls are equally likely to develop this condition.



Review Date: 04/23/2004
Reviewed By: Samuel Blackman, M.D., Department of Pediatrics , Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.


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